World’s travel risks mapped

Risk map

Published:09:35Tuesday 14 November 2017

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The past year has been tumultuous, with terror attacks taking place in Turkey, Manchester, London and Barcelona. The increasing threat from North Korea and widespread devastation caused by hurricanes in the Caribbean means that anyone planning an overseas trip in the next 12 months would be wise to pause and consider the risks involved.

In general, the perceived risk to health, safety and security when travelling around the world remains high.